1980 Renault Siete vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Siete | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
